“Your hands are so cold. Are you feeling alright?”
Stella nodded and flashed a faint smile.
Matthew, dressed in an elegant purple suit that complemented his stature and exuded confidence, held her close.
Stella, leaning into his embrace, felt a sense of relief.
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“I’m just a bit carsick,” she assured him.
Matthew tightened his hold, allowing others to enter first.
As Neville prepared to follow with Miley, Matthew, still holding Stella’s hand, inquired softly, “Neville mentioned you were delayed today. What gift did you get for Grandma that took so long?”
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Before Stella could respond, Miley interjected, “Someone made things difficult for Stella today.”
“Miley!” Stella cast a glance at Miley, signaling her to refrain from elaborating.
Miley, pursing her lips in disappointment, sighed and took Neville’s arm, heading inside.
Matthew’s brow furrowed as he pressed for details.
“What happened?
Who made you upset?”
Given Stella’s newfound public identity as a member of the Clark family, openly offending her had become a risky endeavor for anyone.
Stella turned to him, her gaze steady for a brief moment before breaking into a smile.
“It was just a minor incident. It’s resolved now. Please, don’t dwell on it.”
After a pause, Matthew adopted a serious tone and said earnestly, “I’m your husband. No matter the situation, you can always confide in me. Don’t keep things from me.”
“I know you care about me. I promise to share everything with you in the future,” Stella reassured him gently.
While they conversed, Lucia approached, arm in arm with Waldo.
Stella greeted the elderly couple with a warm smile, “Grandma, Grandpa.”
Waldo maintained a stoic expression, offering a slight nod.
Lucia, on the other hand, held Stella’s hand affectionately, her eyes filled with admiration.
“Stella, you look absolutely stunning today.
Come with me later. I’ll introduce you to everyone.”